Sergeant Dario Scott Aponte, New Haven Police Department, Connecticut

Sergeant Dario Scott Aponte

New Haven Police Department, Connecticut

End of Watch Wednesday, September 10, 2008

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Dario Scott Aponte

Sergeant Scott Aponte was killed in a vehicle crash while responding to a domestic violence call.

During the response, his patrol car collided with Police Officer Diane Gonzalez's patrol car at the intersection of East Street and Chapel Street as both responded to the same call. Sergeant Aponte was killed in the crash and Officer Gonzalez suffered a traumatic brain injury, causing her to slip into a coma. She remained in a coma until succumbing to her injuries on January 10th, 2022.

Sergeant Aponte had served with the New Haven Police Department for 17 years. He is survived by his wife and children. His wife also served as an officer with the New Haven Police Department.

Bio

Age 43
Tour 17 years
Badge 436

Incident Details

Cause Automobile crash

domestic, emergency response

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It’s 2025 and the memory of you does not fade. I still find myself stuck in reminiscence of what it could be, if you were here with us. Probably need a dose of your comedic relief on more days than not. I know how much you loved me and that’s what has been fuel for my fire as I navigate through life. I know you’d be proud!

I truly hope you’re in peace, doing the two-step where it’s beautiful and stress free. Thanks for all you did - for me, the family and the community. I miss you Dad.

Ashleigh Aponte
Daughter

September 5, 2025